Tim Pond Is a Maine State Heritage Fish Water

Tim Pond Makes the List

In July, I received an email from Yank with an attachment of a page from the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife spreadsheet on the State Heritage Fish waters. We are proud to have Tim Pond on this list.

What Is a Maine State Heritage Fish Water?

Maine’s State Heritage bodies of water share a few key traits:

• They are never stocked.
• They prohibit the use of live bait.
• They are usually located in remote areas.

Key factors on Heritage waters are to prevent the introduction of invasive species and to protect the genetic integrity of native species.

Why Heritage Waters Matter for Maine Brook Trout

These bodies of water are essential for maintaining Maine’s status as holding over 90% of the native brook trout populations in the United States. Tim Pond’s brook trout are used to set the baseline for the native brook trout population in Maine.

Quick Answers

Is Tim Pond stocked?

No. As a State Heritage Fish water, Tim Pond is never stocked. Its brook trout are wild and native.

Can I use live bait at Tim Pond?

No. Live bait is prohibited on Maine’s State Heritage Fish waters. See our fly fishing page to plan your trip, and remember to buy your license online before you arrive.

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